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Old 25 September 2002 | 10:19 AM
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For an MX-5, it gives the rec in the manual for 10W40 so would it be ok to use 0W40 Mobil 1 in it?

What about Magnatec - what ratings that?

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magnatec is 5w40 me thinks, works ok in the winter but otherwise it breaks easy. Many people say its not fully synth. the salesman says it is, go figure?
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salesman eh? don't trust em as far as I can throw em
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Magnatec 10/40 is semi-synthetic and is fine for most modern engines. Many Subaru dealers use it at service. It would be perfectly good for the MX5 as would Mobil 0/40
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I dont like any 0/40 oils. There are a few manufacturers that recommend it, but only a few. Stay well clear of it for most engines I think.
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